1995 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1995 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 890 kg more than 1995 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | 525 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3066 mm |
